Program Director, Physical Therapy

Company: South University Inc.
Location: Round Rock
Posted on: April 17, 2025

Job Description:

South University Austin, TX, Round Rock, Texas, United States of AmericaJob DescriptionSouth University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online.The South University 125-year story-past, present, and future-is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home.What's next for you is the first priority for us!Visit today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.South University, the right direction for a brighter future.POSITION SUMMARY:The Program Director is a member of the faculty (rank commensurate with experience) who also holds an administrative appointment related to managing a specific program or programs. Responsibilities include: classroom instruction, day-to-day program operations, assisting students toward successful term-by-term progression and graduation, partnering with Campus leadership and the admissions, academic support and financial aid staff to generate a prospective student pool, partnering with the Campus President or Director to maintain program viability, and staffing the classroom with instructors who support the Mission of the University and provide a high-quality learning experience for the student.The Program Director engages in professional associations, businesses and the local community as necessary to promote the visibility and stature of the program(s). The Program Director abides by the mandates set by the South University Board of Trustees, Chancellor, Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, the Campus President or Director, and the Campus Executive Committee.KEY JOB ELEMENTS:Teaching:Teaches 12 classes per academic year or the equivalent.Perform instructional duties as assigned as outlined in the faculty job description and in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.Faculty Service/Administration:Effectively develops and administers the PTA program, including student and administrative file maintenance, student registration, and advisement.Participates in governance and short- and long-term planning of the program and the university.Supports university policies and programs (e.g., quality enhancement plan, academic success center, and career services) designed to assist students and achieve programmatic outcomes.Submits required Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) fees and documentation, including the Application for Candidacy (if applicable), the Self-Study Report, and Annual Accreditation Report, and reports on graduation rates, graduate performance on state licensing or certification examinations, and graduate employment rates.Assures compliance with CAPTE accreditation Standards and Required Elements within two years of being determined to be out of compliance.Notifies all necessary individuals of expected or unexpected substantive change(s) within the program and of any change in institutional accreditation status or legal authority to provide postsecondary education.Ensures PTA equipment is appropriately maintained, tested, and calibrated on an annual basis (and as needed).Fulfills all administrative, instructional, and leadership responsibilities to prepare and graduate competent, entry-level physical therapist assistants who work under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist.Collaborates with academic program directors on-campus and across campuses, the Campus Director or Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations, and the Department Chair regarding scheduling; faculty utilization; curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation; student assessment; programmatic outcomes; and program, campus, and university policies and procedures.Chair and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the University/Campus.Partner with the campus leadership (President, Director and/or Dean) to generate a strategic enrollment plan for the program.In partnership with campus leadership, develop and support a plan for outreach activities to generate a prospective student pool sufficient to sustain and grow the program, consistent with the strategic enrollment plan.Collaborate with academic counsellors and admissions, financial aid and student services personnel to assist with enrolling qualified students.Effectively administer and grow the program(s) including curriculum development, program assessment, student registration/advisement, and community and campus relations.Support and execute as needed University initiatives designed to achieve student completion rates as outlined in the University's strategic planning.Collaborate with the Campus Director or Director of Academic Affairs and Operations (DOAAO) and fellow Directors and with the Department Chair concerning scheduling, sharing faculty, curriculum and other issues to support student learning and facilitate efficient resource use.Notify the College Dean and campus Director/DOAAO of any expected or unexpected substantive change within the program and of any change in institutional accreditation status or legal authority to provide postsecondary education.Facilitate the submission of required programmatic reports and documentation, including graduation rates, performance on state licensing or certification examinations and employment rates.Support College-level initiatives and directives to maintain compliance with accreditation and state regulatory criteria and adhere to all University and campus policies and procedures. In the absence of a Department Chair, partner with the College Dean to oversee accreditation activities on his/her campus which are normally handled by the Department Chair.Participate in program-related Campus events as indicated, including New Student Orientation, Pinning or other ceremonies, graduations, etc.Other responsibilities as determined by the Campus Dean of Academic Affairs or Campus Director, and Department Chair/College Dean.Faculty Development Activities:Contributes to a positive campus culture by participating on curriculum and system task forces, supporting local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various professional development workshops and program-based meetings.Participates in faculty development as required by the university and to maintain state licensure as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.Select and develop a Program Advisory Council (PAC) that meets at least twice per year.Participate in faculty development each year as required.Select, train, develop, manage, and lead regular and adjunct faculty according to the guidelines provided by the Campus Director/Dean of Academic Affairs, the Department.REQUIREMENTS:Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from a regionally accredited university strongly preferred. Master's degree from a regionally accredited university with significant clinical experience and college-level teaching experience (required).Minimum of five (5) years (or equivalent), full-time, post licensure experience that includes a minimum of three (3) years (or equivalent) of full-time clinical experience, including experience in the PT/PTA relationship.Current licensure as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant through the appropriate licensing agency in the state in which the PTA program resides.Experience in a variety of areas of teaching (e.g., academic, clinical, continuing education, in-service), preferably in post-secondary or college institutions.Experience in educational theory and methodology, instructional design, and student evaluation and outcome assessment, including the equivalent of nine credits of coursework in educational foundations.Understanding of contemporary physical practice and its relation to PTA education.Experience in administration and/or management.Service on behalf of physical therapy education, the community, and/or the profession.Online teaching experience is a plus.Ability to read, understand, interpret and implement accreditation criteria and state agency regulations.Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or business community.Ability to effectively present information to faculty, academic and campus leaders, university leaders, and public groups.Experience with computerized administrative systems. Proficient with the use of standard office applications on personal computers.Other requirements specific to the discipline.ENVIRONMENT:The individual must be able to travel out of the local area with an occasional overnight stay to participate in a variety of conferences and meetings.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
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